Posts by Clay Martin
How the High Cost of Commercial Truck Safety Puts Everyone in Harm’s Way
In 2023, over 2,500 Alabamians were injured in large truck crashes. With well over 3 million private and commercial trucks operating within our state, local motorists are at an enhanced risk of being involved, injured, or even killed in a trucking-related crash. However, there are many safety protocols that have been shown to mitigate some…
Read MoreWhat You Should Know Before Filing a Personal Injury Lawsuit in Alabama
In 2023 alone, roughly 62 million Americans sought medical intervention for preventable injuries. Of those cases, an overwhelming number take place in public spaces, on roadways, and in work environments. When these kinds of preventable injuries occur as a result of someone’s negligence or recklessness, many victims choose to file personal injury lawsuits to help…
Read MoreCatastrophic Injury Structured Settlements vs. Lump Sum Options
When someone suffers a catastrophic injury, such as a severe traumatic brain injury or spinal cord damage, their life is changed forever. Not only do they likely have high upfront medical costs, but they will probably need ongoing medical care for their condition for the rest of their life. The compensation you receive after a…
Read MoreMotorcycle Rear-End Accidents: Who’s Responsible?
When a motorcycle is rear-ended, the consequences are often very different than when one passenger vehicle strikes another. Unlike occupants of cars and trucks, motorcyclists do not have the benefit of a steel frame, airbags, or crumple zones to absorb impact forces. Even a low-speed rear-end collision can throw a rider from the motorcycle or…
Read MoreDebris & Road Surface Hazards: A Hidden Danger for Motorcyclists in Alabama
No matter how experienced a rider you might be, some motorcycle accidents are unavoidable. While we all hope for the best-case scenario in the event of a motor vehicle crash, the unfortunate reality is that motorcyclists are at an increased risk of serious harm – regardless of whether or not they were at fault. When…
Read MoreAlabama EV & ADAS Crash Liability: What You Need to Know
If you’ve gone car shopping in the last five years, you probably noticed that electric vehicles and cars with other high-tech features are taking up major space in the automotive market. EVs and cars with advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) offer motorists new and exciting ways to hit the open road while claiming to enhance and…
Read More18-Wheeler Blind Spots: How Trucking Accident Victims Can Prove Liability
Driving next to an 18-wheeler feels a little bit like tempting fate. You’re next to a vehicle that weighs dozens of times more than your own vehicle, and odds are good you are close to (or already in) their blind spot. While most truck drivers are careful, trustworthy professionals who do everything they can to…
Read MoreAftermath of a Motorcycle Stack Crash on Alabama’s Scenic Routes
Motorcycle enthusiasts in Alabama have no shortage of breathtaking routes to explore, from the views of Cheaha Mountain to the overlooks of Lookout Mountain Parkway. But it only takes one moment for an invigorating ride to become one of the worst days of your life. The danger is especially high in group rides. Multi-bike collisions…
Read MoreBurns From Vehicle Fires After Collisions: Legal Steps for Victims
A car crash is terrifying on its own. But after that first impact, when you realize that you and everyone else are safe, you may breathe a sigh of relief—but that relief may be short-lived. Post-collision vehicle fires can turn an already stressful situation into a life-altering catastrophe that leaves victims with permanent injuries, scars,…
Read MoreProving Dram Shop Liability in an Alabama DUI Accident Case
If you or someone you love has been injured in a car accident caused by a drunk driver, you may already know that you can sue the driver. However, did you know there’s also a chance a bar, restaurant, or even a store can be held responsible? Here in Alabama, this is called dram shop…
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